2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Quest | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
